Enjoy a history walk around Acomb led by York's Hidden History. 

York’s historic city centre is fascinating, but its suburbs have their own rich histories stretching back thousands of years. In ‘Acomb Through Time’ we’ll join Dr Liam Herringshaw and Dr Simon Rogerson of York’s Hidden History to take a deep dive into the story of Acomb.

Acomb Through Time lasts two hours, with an introductory talk at Acomb Explore, a stroll round Acomb lasting around an hour, and complimentary tea and coffee back at the library. Participants will have the chance to peruse maps, books and specimens relating to Acomb Through Time, and to chat with Drs Herringshaw and Rogerson, as well as fellow participants. The walk follows a step-free route around the historic village, and is suitable for all ages.

Exploring the geography, history and archaeology of the parish, we’ll show how Acomb’s Ice Age origins can still be seen today, and explain why the area was of great interest to early Earth scientists. Whilst searching for Roman villas, medieval manors, and Yarcomb Sand’ole, we’ll mention poet laureates, Earth-Quakers, racehorses and Anglo-Saxon princesses. We might even find ourselves in the Acomb Peculiar Court!

About York’s Hidden History

Founded in 2021, York’s Hidden History is led by Dr Simon Rogerson and Dr Liam Herringshaw, scientists with a background in teaching and tour-leading, and a fascination with history.